Lady Mary Grey part 6: the Plague Ends the Grey Family's Royal Line

The transcript discusses the period when Elizabeth I was considered the Virgin Queen, focusing on her marriage prospects and the religious symbolism associated with her. It then shifts to Mary, a younger contemporary, who stayed in London during a plague outbreak, relying on a mystical ruby for protection. Despite her efforts, Mary succumbed to the plague, leaving behind a will that distributed her possessions among family and servants. Elizabeth I, despite her strained relationship with the Grey family, organized a grand funeral for Mary. The narrative concludes with the end of the Grey family's claim to the English throne and Elizabeth's ongoing concerns about succession.

How did Elizabeth respond to Mary's death and what were her actions regarding the funeral?

What impact did Elizabeth's fears and paranoia have on the Grey family?